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Meteori Helsingin taivaalla 29. 4. 1877, by Emilie Wallensköld

Meteori Helsingin taivaalla 29. 4. 1877

Emilie Wallensköld

From the collection of Helsinki City Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Meteori Helsingin taivaalla 29. 4. 1877 is a work by Emilie Wallensköld, held at Helsinki City Museum.

Who painted this?
Emilie Wallensköld
Where can I see it?
Helsinki City Museum

About this work

This painting shows a dark sky with a bright, red-orange streak running through it. The streak is shaped like a flame and has a yellow glow at its base. In the foreground, there are several dark shapes that resemble buildings or chimneys. The painting has a moody, atmospheric quality to it, with the dark sky and bright streak creating a sense of drama. The dark shapes in the foreground add depth and texture to the image. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look up the artist Wallensköld, Emilie.

About the artist

Artist

Emilie Wallensköld

Emilie Wallensköld kept a sketchbook in her pocket at all times, scribbling whenever a comet streaked the sky or a cloud looked like a face.

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